Office of Student Engagement

The Office of Student Engagement at South Dakota Mines connects students with meaningful opportunities to get involved, lead, and grow beyond the classroom. From student organizations and campus events to leadership programs and service initiatives, we help students build community and make the most of their college experience.

Cory L. Headley M.Ed.

Director, Student Engagement
Phone: (605) 394-2336
cory.headley@sdsmt.edu

Hometown: Douglas, Wyoming
Education: Bachelor Arts-Chadron State College, M.Ed. University of Utah
Duties: Oversees the staff and daily operations of the Office of Student Engagement, coordinates New Student Orientation, advises Student Association Senate, Professional Development Institute, and a variety of student organizations.
Interests/Hobbies: Outside of work Cory enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, attending live concerts, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
Favorite Spot on Campus: I love walking through the campus quad and seeing students studying, hanging out, and enjoying the many events that take place there every year

Samantha Harkin

Assistant Director, Student Engagement
Phone: (605) 394-2336
samantha.harkin@sdsmt.edu

Hometown: Sturgis, South Dakota
Education: Bachelor of Science in Psychology- Penn State University
Duties: NSLS Advisor, orientation planning, Fraternity and Sorority Life Advisor, provides workshops and resources for student organizations, the FUN programming
Interests/Hobbies: Weather buff, reading, frequenting coffee shops, being a mama to a beautiful little one, engaging in civil discourse, crafting/ DIYs, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Favorite Spot on Campus: Under the big trees on the lawn in front of the Surbeck Center!

Christopher Pappas

Student Engagement Assistant
Phone: (605) 394-2336
christopher.pappas@sdsmt.edu

Hometown: San Diego, California
Duties: Oversees the Surbeck Center front desk and mailroom, provides admin support for the office, aids in event planning
Interests/Hobbies: Hiking with dogs, homebrewing, chess, mixed martial arts, disc golf, reading, and road trips
Favorite Spot on Campus: King Center Gym

Student Association Senate Staff

Student Association President
Sa.president@mines.sdsmt.edu

Student Association Vice President
Sa.vicepresident@mines.sdsmt.edu

Student Association Constitution Chair
Sa.constitution@mines.sdsmt.edu

Student Association Chief Financial Officer
Sa.finance@mines.edu